Judge Hodges (Marion civil): Zoom ≤30 minutes, virtual materials 5 business days ahead, no binders, discovery motions decided on papers

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Zoom appearances are typically permitted for most hearings set for thirty (30) minutes or less. In-person appearances are required for hearings set for more than thirty (30) minutes without prior approval.

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Judge Hodges (Marion civil): Zoom ≤30 minutes, virtual materials 5 business days ahead, no binders, discovery motions decided on papers

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